Good morning, El Paso.

On Monday evening, hundreds lost power when triple-digit heat led to outages reported around 7 p.m. by El Paso Electric — service was expected to be restored by 10 p.m.

Catholic churches in Socorro are rallying residents to oppose a planned detention center that will repurpose local warehouses near El Paso.

Community organizers met with water board officials on May 28 to address potential water shortages + infrastructure risks for the area.

Drivers near Loop 375 and Fonseca experienced worsening backups after an overnight construction project ran longer than planned.

Although all lanes reopened Monday, congestion continues to slow traffic in the area.

The Humane Society of El Paso will host the 33rd Happiness Happens Here Telethon on Saturday, Aug.

1, airing on KVIA ABC-7 from 4+11 p.m. Local donations fund in-house veterinary care, with 90 cents+ per dollar staying in town to support animal health.

El Paso native Maddie McGuire was crowned Miss U.S. International 2026 in Philadelphia this past weekend.

The former Miss El Paso USA will represent Texas in Japan as part of her year of service, using her platform (Let's Move El Paso and Let's Move America) to boost community leadership.

El Paso ISD Superintendent Dr. Brian Lusk detailed a bond proposal worth just over $445 million to upgrade HVAC systems at schools with no tax increase and is inviting community input.

The district also will launch a free mobile app for real-time school bus tracking this fall.

Socorro ISD will let students begin health care careers this school year with its P-TECH Nursing Program and Health Professions Academy at Socorro High School; 65 freshmen have enrolled as they earn college credits, an associate degree and certifications at no cost with training that includes a unique ambulance simulator.

Drivers adjust window tint amid summer heat as regulations differ locally: in El Paso, side windows must allow at least 25% light while Las Cruces requires 20% and Juárez nearly clear glass—vehicles legal in one area may be ticketed in another with fines starting at $20.

El Paso lifeguards at Ascarate Park Pool work six-hour shifts in triple-digit heat and take breaks to cool off as pool-goers seek relief from the rising temperatures today.

They use shade, water, and electrolyte packets to stay safe under the sun.

El Paso business leaders Ronnie Lowenfield and his wife Ashley donated $300K to establish a Tumor Board Room for specialists at Texas Tech Health El Paso’s under-construction Fox Cancer Center Monday on campus.

Their gift will help review complex cancer cases and expand local care.

The FDA released photos of egg cartons that Midwest Poultry Services voluntarily recalled on July 22 from Texas; the recalled eggs sold at local Kroger, Brookshire, and other retailers carry specific identifying codes and best by dates from July 20 to August 17, and no illnesses have been reported.

Los Rieleros Del Norte Concert

7:00 – 9:30 PM — The Plaza Theatre - El Paso — From $71 — Enjoy an exciting Latin concert by Los Rieleros Del Norte in the heart of El Paso.

Free Yoga Saturdays

1-2 p.m. — El Paso Museum of History — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly yoga class focusing on flexibility and mental well-being in a supportive environment.

Monterey Bay FC at El Paso Locomotive FC

5:59-8:00 p.m. — Southwest University Park — Giveaway available — Enjoy a fun football match and a special dog-themed giveaway.

Airbourne Concert

8:00 p.m. — Sun Bowl Stadium — Cost not specified — Experience a high-energy hard rock performance from the Australian band Airbourne.

The Comedy Film Challenge Premiere

4-7 p.m. — El Paso Comic Strip — $10 — Experience the laughter and creativity as films debut from a 48-hour filmmaking race at the comedy premiere and awards night.

Round Rock Express vs El Paso Chihuahuas

6:30-7:35 PM — Southwest University Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling Triple-A minor-league baseball game in El Paso.